Identity and Inquiry: Teaching Jewish History and Experiences

A Professional Development Workshop for Middle & High School Social Studies Educators

📅 Date: Thursday, August 6th
⏰ Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Central
📍 Location: Chicago, IL (exact location will be shared upon acceptance) 
🧠 Audience: Grade 6-12 Social Studies & Humanities Classroom Educators
💰 $150 stipend available
🍴 Light breakfast and lunch provided

Empower your students to understand the rich realities of the Jewish experience. As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary this year, there is no better time to explore who minority communities are and how they have shaped our democracy. This workshop gives you the historical context, confidence, and the tools to bring these vital stories into your social studies or humanities classroom.

What you’ll gain:

• A Proven Framework: Based in the C3 framework, you’ll master the “3Bs” of Judaism (Belief, Behavior, and Belonging).

• Historical Clarity: Deepen your understanding of the historical origins and evolution of antisemitism to help students recognize its modern manifestations.

• Compelling Narratives: For the nation’s 250th anniversary, examine how early Jewish civic action helped build a strong representative democracy.

• Contemporary Insights: A modern perspective on the vibrant diversity of Jewish American identity in the 21st century.

• Collaborative Network: Connect and brainstorm with fellow educators in a dynamic in-person environment.

• An Educator Toolkit: Walk away with ready-to-use, standards-supported, high-quality instructional materials. These resources are designed to seamlessly plug into your existing US History, World History, Civics, or Geography units.

• Compensation for your Time: Enjoy a light breakfast, lunch and, upon completion of the program, earn a $150 stipend.

Spaces are limited to ensure a collaborative workshop environment—apply today!

Application Link: https://forms.gle/xuMvwbMnwtZPqUrW8